How long does it take from McPherson Sq to Smithsonian by metro?

The journey from McPherson Sq to Smithsonian takes approximately 9 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 4.37 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from McPherson Sq to Smithsonian?

The token fare from McPherson Sq to Smithsonian is ₹2.25. With a smart card the fare is ₹2.25 (save ₹0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹2.25.

Which platform at McPherson Sq for Smithsonian?

At McPherson Sq, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Franconia–Springfield. Look for the electronic board showing "Franconia–Springfield".

What is the last train from McPherson Sq to Smithsonian?

The last train from McPherson Sq towards Franconia–Springfield departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Smithsonian back towards McPherson Sq departs at 00:00.

How many stops from McPherson Sq to Smithsonian?

There are 2 stops between McPherson Sq and Smithsonian on the Blue Line. The stations are: McPherson Sq, Metro Center, Smithsonian.

McPherson Sq Hasta Smithsonian

ShortestShortest Route

McPherson Sq

orange transbordo

Andén 1·underground·Blue LineHacia Franconia–Springfield

Primer tren: 05:00Último tren: 00:00Doors open: right

Metro Center

red transbordoorange transbordo

+4.46 min

4.46 min · 2.18 km

Smithsonian

orange transbordo

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.37 km

Primer tren: 05:00Último tren: 00:00

Route on the map

2paradas0transbordos

DesdeHasta

Viaje de un vistazo

9 min

Total time

paradas

4.37 km

Distance

Interchanges

Primer y último tren

Station	Primer tren	Último tren	Direction
McPherson Sq	05:00	00:00	Hacia Franconia–Springfield
Smithsonian	05:00	00:00	Hacia McPherson Sq

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Tarifas y tarjeta

Token fare

₹2.25

Buy at counter or TVM

Tarjeta inteligente

₹2.25

Save ₹0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹2.25

Save ₹0 per ride

Use your Washington Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Viaje ecológico

0.59 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.27 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~17 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Comparación de costos

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹36

Auto

₹82

Cab

₹146

Estimates for 4.37 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Preguntas frecuentes

Rutas populares

Shady GroveGlenmont

Blue Line

Franconia–SpringfieldLargo Town Center

Departure station

McPherson Sq

underground

McPherson Sq, Washington, United States

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

McPherson Sq exit 1· White House area♿

McPherson Sq exit 2· White House area♿

McPherson Sq exit 3· White House area♿

McPherson Sq exit 4· White House area♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Servicios

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Smithsonian

underground

Smithsonian, Washington, United States

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Smithsonian exit 1· National Mall, Smithsonian♿

Smithsonian exit 2· National Mall, Smithsonian♿

Smithsonian exit 3· National Mall, Smithsonian♿

Smithsonian exit 4· National Mall, Smithsonian♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Servicios

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access